Easy French Reader w/CD-ROM: A Three-Part Text for Beginning Students (Easy Reader Series) - Softcover

De Roussy De Sales, R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071603425 ISBN 13: 9780071603423

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2009

Synopsis

Learn how to read in French--instantly!

Easy French Reader is a unique, easy-to-follow guide based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it immediately! Whether you're a brand-new beginner or an advanced-beginning learner, you will dive into the language with engaging readings that progress in difficulty to match your growing reading skills. This process will allow you to rapidly build comprehension and confidence as you enjoy the stories.

• Build your comprehension of the French language with readings of increasing difficulty
• Find out what unfamiliar words and phrases mean with the book's helpful glossary
• Discover the nuances of French language and culture as well as the country's history through engaging texts
• Get a feel for authentic French society with readings from contemporary literature

Use the accompanying CD-ROM to hear engaging recordings of more than twenty-five passages featured in the book. You can listen to and view text simultaneously on your computer or download the audio files to your iPod or other mp3 device for learning on-the-go.

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From the Back Cover

Learn how to read in French--starting right now!

The Easy Reader Series books are unique, easy-to-follow guides based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it immediately! Whether you're a brand-new beginner or an advanced-beginning learner, the new editions of these popular titles give you ways to dive into the language with engaging readings that progress in difficulty to match your growing reading skills. This process will allow you to rapidly build comprehension and confidence as you enjoy the stories.

Easy French Reader begins with the adventures of two friends, an American and a Parisian, as they learn about their respective cultures. As you read about their experiences, you'll discover the nuances of language and culture right along with the students.

The next section contains a colorful history of France, from ancient Gaul to the present, offering biographical sketches of famous personalities including Charlemagne, Joan of Arc, and Napoleon. The final section features four abridged short stories by famous French authors that allow you to practice your grammar and vocabulary skills on authentic works of French literature.

• Progressive format makes it easy to quickly build comprehension
• Marginal word glossaries conveniently present new words and phrases
• Exercises challenge language comprehension and build reading skills
• Fully updated new editions, featuring expanded exercises and answer key

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Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0071603425
• ISBN 13: 9780071603423
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 240